Took the Talon in to the dealer yesterday, to fix a leaking seal on the drivers side front differential. I am headed out on a 5 day trip to the Eastern Sierras, and pressed for time so I also had them change out the air filter. They had thrown the old filter in the back, so I could see how dirty it was (only moderately dirty). The service writer asked if I wanted him to throw it away, so sure I had him do that. I saw gasket too, and didn't think anything about it.
So, I am out loading the Talon on the trailer, when he comes running out in a panic. He said there were TWO gaskets with the filter (the old one and a new one)....so that means there wasn't any gasket at all on the airbox! I would have sucked dust in the engine and now doubt ruined it! I don't know who changed the air filter, but I hope they are going to sit him down for a very very serious talk....
So, I am out loading the Talon on the trailer, when he comes running out in a panic. He said there were TWO gaskets with the filter (the old one and a new one)....so that means there wasn't any gasket at all on the airbox! I would have sucked dust in the engine and now doubt ruined it! I don't know who changed the air filter, but I hope they are going to sit him down for a very very serious talk....